Corrections News
Corrections news is essential for the correctional facility workforce, providing up-to-date information on developments, policy changes, and emerging trends in the penitentiary system. This directory offers articles that help staff stay current on issues affecting their work environment, inmate management, and facility operations. Regularly engaging with corrections news ensures personnel are prepared for new challenges and opportunities. For additional insights, explore our section on Correctional Design and Operations Management.
BREAKING NEWS
Melanie Austin, a 34-year veteran at the Missouri DOC, alleges she faced race and age discrimination, as well as retaliation and a hostile work environment
Of the 24 Walker County Jail employees charged in Tony Mitchell’s death, eight have formally pleaded guilty
New welfare check protocols at the Otter Tail County Jail require staff to assess visibility, signs of life, mental health and access to water
Ralph Baze was sentenced to death in 1994 for killing Powell County Sheriff Bennett and Deputy Briscoe, but Gov. Beshear has declined to sign a death warrant citing legal hurdles
Adams County jail received $3.1 million from call fees since 2020 while failing to provide face-to-face visitation, according to the lawsuit
“Our thoughts are with the family of the deceased, the staff at Marcy who witnessed this horrific action, and those who knew and worked with this person,” DOCCS said
A Washington County deputy disabled the drone before arresting three suspects following a vehicle pursuit and K-9 search near Washington State Prison
A city oversight board found correction officers failed to secure cells, notify medical staff and conduct rounds in several fatal incidents
Lawmakers across the U.S. are advancing more than 100 bills to expand or limit capital punishment, even as executions reach their highest total since 2012
PRODUCT NEWS
County supervisors approved a tentative proposal to arm probation officers, though the firearms policy is still in the works
The Freestyle Handheld Laser works with no warm-up time needed, and can scan in tight and hard-to-reach areas
PRISM technology allows the officer to change the breathalyzer’s sensor on their own when needed
$3 million has been set aside to reformat files on each of the state’s 14,600 inmates
We all know about license plates, but did you know these products were inmate-made too?
All holsters offer variations to fit a wearer’s needs
Peerless Handcuff Company handcuffs are half the weight of a standard chain link handcuff
The new gloves are durable and boast a Latex-free interior
Cameras will give officials a better picture of events
Twelve models of the glove are available — all of which are available with EN 388:2003 Puncture/Needle Resistance Level 4